Desogestrel Prescribing at ZETLAND MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
462
Total Quantity
54.7K
NHS Cost
£1.9K
vs National Avg
+16.5%
ZETLAND MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 462 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,853 to the NHS. This is 16.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
26
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 462 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 54,726 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,853 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +16.5% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 462 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +16.5% vs national average |
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Data sourced from NHSBSA English Prescribing Dataset, CQC, and GP Patient Survey. Prescribing data does not indicate quality of care. Higher prescribing rates may reflect patient demographics. Always consult your GP for medical advice.